Czech Theory Test D study plan
Czech Theory Test D · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Traffic rules and road traffic law (pravidla provozu na pozemních komunikacích)
Define the basic obligations of a driver under Czech road traffic law (zákon o provozu na pozemních komunikacích), including duties during accidents and reporting requirements.
Explain the rules for giving way at intersections: uncontrolled, priority to the right, and roundabouts, using specific scenarios.
List the speed limits for buses on different road types and the conditions for exceeding them.
Describe the rules for stopping, standing, and parking, including bus-specific restrictions.
Identify the penalties for common traffic offences relevant to professional bus drivers.
Your checkpoint
Create a one-page summary of key traffic law rules and penalties for bus drivers, covering at least 10 points.
Traffic rules and road traffic law (pravidla provozu na pozemních komunikacích) & Traffic signs, road markings and traffic control signals
Interpret all priority road signs, including supplementary plates, and apply them to complex junction layouts.
Match each traffic sign category (warning, prohibitory, mandatory, informational) to its purpose and give three examples of each.
Explain road markings (continuous, broken, zigzag, bus stop markings) and their legal implications.
Describe the meaning of traffic controller signals (police officer, traffic lights) and how they override signs and markings.
Apply the rules for level crossings and tram priority to bus driving scenarios.
Your checkpoint
Complete a 20-question self-made quiz on signs and markings, scoring at least 18/20, and record the two most challenging signs with explanations.
Driving theory and vehicle handling for buses (jízda s vozidlem skupiny D)
Explain the pre-trip checks specific to buses (lights, brakes, tires, emergency exits, fire extinguisher, first aid kit).
Describe the correct seating and mirror adjustment for a bus driver and the importance of blind spot checks.
Outline the procedure for starting, moving off, and stopping a bus smoothly, including the use of retarders and exhaust brakes.
Demonstrate (in writing) how to handle a bus in adverse weather (rain, snow, fog) and on steep gradients.
List the steps for coupling and uncoupling a trailer, if applicable, or for operating a bus with a trailer.
Your checkpoint
Write a checklist for daily bus pre-trip inspection and a step-by-step guide for driving in winter conditions.
Vehicle construction, maintenance and technical condition of buses
Identify the main components of a bus's braking system (air brakes, ABS, EBS) and explain their maintenance requirements.
Describe the legal tread depth and tire pressure requirements for buses and how to check them.
Explain the function of the tachograph, its legal requirements, and how to handle common malfunctions.
List the documents that must be carried in a bus and their validity periods.
Outline the procedure for reporting and recording vehicle defects.
Your checkpoint
Create a maintenance and documentation checklist for a bus, including tachograph and tire checks.
Safe driving, hazard perception and behaviour in traffic
Identify the top five hazards for bus drivers in urban and rural settings and describe defensive driving techniques to mitigate them.
Explain the concept of hazard perception and how to scan the road effectively, including the use of mirrors.
Describe the correct behaviour at pedestrian crossings, especially when carrying passengers.
Analyze the risks of fatigue and distraction and list strategies to stay alert on long shifts.
Explain the importance of smooth acceleration and braking to passenger comfort and safety.
Your checkpoint
Write a hazard perception commentary for a 2-minute simulated driving scenario (or a detailed description of a route), identifying at least five potential hazards and the appropriate response.
First aid and emergency response to traffic accidents & Driver obligations, documentation and administrative rules
List the steps to take at an accident scene: protect the scene, assist the injured, call emergency services, and exchange information.
Describe basic first aid for common injuries in road accidents (bleeding, fractures, shock, burns) and the recovery position.
Explain the driver's legal obligations after an accident, including reporting to the police and insurance.
Identify the documents required for professional bus driving (driving licence, CPC, medical certificate, etc.) and their renewal periods.
Describe the administrative procedures for vehicle registration, insurance, and periodic technical inspections.
Your checkpoint
Create a quick-reference card for accident procedures and a list of required documents with renewal dates.
Passenger transport specifics, working time and rest periods for bus drivers
Explain the EU and Czech regulations on driving time, breaks, and rest periods for bus drivers (Regulation (EC) No 561/2006).
Describe the use of the tachograph for recording driving time and rest, including manual entries.
List the specific rules for passenger transport, such as boarding and alighting procedures, and securing passengers and luggage.
Explain the working time directive as it applies to mobile workers in road transport.
Outline the requirements for keeping records and the penalties for non-compliance.
Your checkpoint
Create a table summarizing driving time limits, break requirements, and daily/weekly rest periods, with examples of compliant and non-compliant schedules.
Environmental aspects of driving and economical driving
Explain the principles of economical driving (eco-driving) and how they apply to buses: smooth acceleration, anticipating traffic, using cruise control wisely.
Describe how vehicle maintenance (tire pressure, engine tuning) affects fuel consumption and emissions.
List the environmental impacts of bus operations and measures to reduce them (e.g., route planning, idle reduction).
Identify the benefits of eco-driving for safety and cost.
Explain the role of alternative fuels and technologies in reducing emissions.
Your checkpoint
Develop a personal eco-driving action plan with at least five specific behaviours to adopt during bus driving, and estimate potential fuel savings.
Milestones
Week 4: Score at least 80% on a self-administered test covering domains 1-4, with a focus on traffic law and vehicle construction.
Week 6: Complete a mock accident scenario response and documentation checklist, reviewed for accuracy.
Week 8: Pass a comprehensive 40-question practice exam covering all domains with a score of 85% or higher, and submit the eco-driving action plan.